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Leinster win URC again with 36-7 thrashing of Bulls
DUBLIN, June 19 : Leinster romped to a 36-7 win over South Africa’s Bulls to retain the United Rugby Championship in Friday’s final as they extended their record number of titles to 10.
4 Takeaways From Mexico's Group-Clinching Win Over South Korea
Thursday evening felt special at the majestic Guadalajara Stadium. Packed with the Mexican faithful – including the city’s own, boxing legend Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez – and the traditional song Cielito Lindo ringing throughout the night, Mexico became the first team to reach the World Cup knockout rounds.
Anti-migrant hate turns African football fans against Bafana at World Cup
In a Kenyan sports bar, several football fans cheered South Africa’s opponents in their latest match at the World Cup – reflecting a wave of anger at the country’s recent xenophobic violence.
Broos grumbles about US stadiums, hydration breaks at World Cup
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos could take satisfaction from his team’s fighting spirit against the Czechia, but the Belgian veteran was less impressed by the venue that staged the crucial World Cup encounter in Atlanta.
ANALYSIS | The real Bafana stands up to Czech giants... after flooring themselves
South Africa banished the impostors that have been masquerading as them at this year’s FIFA World Cup when the real Bafana Bafana stood up to Czech giants at Atlanta Stadium, writes Njabulo Ngidi.
South Korea fans remain confident of World Cup progression despite Mexico defeat
GUADALAJARA, Mexico: Despite a 1-0 defeat to Mexico on Thursday (Jun 18), South Korean fans are staying upbeat over their team’s chances of progressing to the round of 32 at the World Cup.